“The man, who was dressed in an England shirt, was able to breach several levels of security in order to reach the team,” the Daily Telegraph reported.

David Beckham took one for the team. The former England captain confronted the angry visitor, who was ejected by FIFA officials.

“The man did not engage with any of the players,” according to a police statement, and the English Football Association said, “We can confirm that a fan entered the dressing room this evening after the match and we have registered the incident with FIFA.”

Security was boosted ahead of the game in Cape Town, in part because Princes William and Harry attended the game. They witnessed a stale and uninspired performance by England, and Coach Fabio Capello admits that the pressure might be getting to his players.

“Yes, I think the pressure of the World Cup exists,” he said. “These players are training very well. But these two games were not the same team I know. I hope to see on Wednesday the real England team.

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